Vertical rectangular beadwork picture in various colors of glass beads on plain linen; monogram in center surrounded by floral motif, motto across bottom.

Gallery Label:

This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.

Credit Line:

Purchased from Elie Nadelman, 1937

Provenance:

The Folk Art Collection of Elie Nadelman

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